"We have seen it over the body of LeBron’s work — him being a great leader in different locations. We have yet to see what type of leader Tom Brady would be if he’s not in New England, if he doesn't have Coach Belichick.” —@ShannonSharpepic.twitter.com/MzUn11pPqo

Sharpe hardly meant his analysis as a criticism of Brady, who most would agree is an incredible leader in his own right. He simply explained how the two stack up in his eyes, with James evidently having a small advantage based on his leadership impact with multiple NBA organizations.

It’ll be interesting to see how James adjusts to life with the Los Angeles Lakers, who signed the four-time MVP to a four-year contract. Johnson, a Lakers legend who now serves as the team’s president of basketball operations, insists James is onboard with Los Angeles’ three-year rebuilding plan, which is notable given that James, who turns 34 in December, has been to eight consecutive NBA Finals and therefore is used to contending for a championship year after year.

James’ time with the Lakers — a team with a young core and multiple polarizing veterans — could test his leadership ability like never before.